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Criminal Defense Attorney Fights For Clients With Mental Disabilities

Doing the work for a more inclusive justice system.

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JAB186 SOCIAL(IG)In this episode, I chat with Elizabeth Kelley, a dedicated criminal defense attorney fighting for justice for individuals with mental disabilities. Kelley shares her journey from literature student to a passionate advocate in a field needing reform. Her insights into mental health law and her hands-on approach to client representation are inspiring and thought-provoking. Tune in to discover why compassion and understanding are vital in the legal world, and how her work hopes to shape a more inclusive justice system.

Highlights

  • Balancing humanities and law.
  • Outrage about mental disabilities.
  • Finding fulfillment in criminal defense.
  • Starting a law firm.
  • Lessons from opening a practice.
  • Importance of wellness and coaching.
  • Mental wellness in law school.
  • Writing practical guides for lawyers.
  • Value of independent forensic evaluations.
  • A powerful courtroom experience.
  • The role of problem-solving courts.
  • Advice for pursuing justice for mental disabilities.

The Jabot podcast is an offshoot of the Above the Law brand focused on the challenges women, people of color, LGBTQIA, and other diverse populations face in the legal industry. Our name comes from none other than the Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg and the jabot (decorative collar) she wore when delivering dissents from the bench. It’s a reminder that even when we aren’t winning, we’re still a powerful force to be reckoned with.

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Kathryn Rubino HeadshotKathryn Rubino is a Senior Editor at Above the Law, host of The Jabot podcast, and co-host of Thinking Like A Lawyer. AtL tipsters are the best, so please connect with her. Feel free to email her with any tips, questions, or comments and follow her on Twitter @Kathryn1 or Mastodon @[email protected].

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